Significance of Religious observance
Synonyms: Worship, Piety, Devotion, Faith, Practice, Ritual, Sacrament, Rite, Liturgy, Spirituality, Observance, Reverence, Prayer, Meditation, Religious practice, Ceremony, Spiritual practice, Act of worship
In Dutch: Religieuze naleving; In Finnish: Uskonnollinen kunnioitus; In Spanish: Observancia religiosa; In German: Religiöse Einhaltung; In Malay: Ketaatan agama; In Swedish: Religiöst iakttagande; In French: Pratique religieuse; In Portugese: Observância religiosa; In Italian: Osservanza religiosa; In Polish: Przestrzeganie zasad religijnych; In French: Observance religieuse
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Buddhist concept of 'Religious observance'
Religious observance in Buddhism encompasses practices within the Acariya tradition and rituals. These include duties, observances, and ceremonies like the Mountain-top Assembly. These practices attract numerous participants.
From: Patipada (path of practice)
(1) The religious observances refer to the observances and duties in the practice of the Acariya.[1]
From: Mahavastu (great story)
(1) Various practices and rituals conducted during the Mountain-top Assembly that attracted thousands of participants.[2]
Hindu concept of 'Religious observance'
Religious observance in Hinduism encompasses a vast array of practices. These include rituals, ceremonies, vows, and devotional activities. They are performed to honor deities, fulfill spiritual duties, seek blessings, and adhere to moral principles, ultimately aiming for spiritual growth and merit.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) This refers to the practices and rituals that are part of a religious tradition, as is mentioned in the text.[3] (2) A set of practices or rules that the character follows, which includes specific behaviors like not receiving obeisance or touching water for washing.[4] (3) Practices and duties adhered to by individuals following a spiritual path, which may include austerities and rituals.[5] (4) A specific spiritual practice or ritual adhered to by the individual, indicating their disciplined lifestyle.[6] (5) Actions performed according to spiritual or religious rules, contributing to personal merit.[7]
From: Vishnu Purana
(1) Saubhari practiced religious observances followed by ascetics, signifying his commitment to spiritual discipline and purification after abandoning his worldly life.[8] (2) One of the significant topics discussed in the Garuda Purana, encompassing practices such as Vratas and other rituals.[9]
From: Garuda Purana
(1) Practices such as purification that are performed as part of spiritual discipline, also known as Niyama.[10]
From: Bhagavad-gita-rahasya (or Karma-yoga Shastra)
(1) Rituals and practices carried out as part of religious devotion, often including ceremonies like baptism.[11]
From: Harivamsha Purana
(1) These are practices and rituals followed by believers that encompass worship and adherence to moral principles.[12]
From: Devi Bhagavata Purana
(1) Ritual practices that mark the adherence of Shukracarya and Jayanti to their spiritual beliefs through their marriage.[13]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki (Shastri)
(1) Religious observances are practices that sanctify various regions and whose burning austerity torments the titans.[14]
From: Yoga Vasistha [English], Volume 1-4
(1) Pious acts, holy service, virtuous deeds and these, serve also to drive the diseases from the body; by their purifying the mind from its impurities.[15]
From: Mandukya Upanishad (Gaudapa Karika and Shankara Bhashya)
(1) Practices and rituals associated with various duties that individuals adhere to, often reinforcing their perception of reality.[16]
From: Prashna Upanishad with Shankara’s Commentary
(1) This term encompasses the various spiritual practices and commitments that an individual engages in as part of their faith.[17]
From: Taittiriya Upanishad Bhashya Vartika
(1) Practices carried out within a religious context, which can contribute to spiritual understanding, albeit indirectly.[18]
From: Satapatha-brahmana
(1) Refers to the vrata, which is described as similar to food for humans and vital for the gods, emphasizing its importance in rituals.[19] (2) The act of following specific rituals or practices that hold significance in terms of spiritual adherence and symbolic meanings over a year.[20]
From: Parama Samhita (English translation)
(1) Rituals and practices conducted in devotion to a deity or spiritual principle.[21]
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) Practices such as the wearing of the sacred thread that are essential for fulfilling specific spiritual and religious obligations.[22]
From: Yoga-sutras (with Bhoja’s Rajamartanda)
(1) Is what benevolence is as an element of, is common to all systems of religion, and reference to it cannot be taken as an unmistakable test.[23]
Jain concept of 'Religious observance'
Religious observance in Jainism involves practices for spiritual growth, guided by scriptures. These observances are performed with strong desire and commitment, signifying a dedicated effort to achieve enlightenment and transcend the cycle of rebirth.
The concept of Religious observance in local and regional sources
Religious observance encompasses diverse practices: Buddhist ceremonies, spiritual rituals, and student training. It involves devotion, adhering to rules, and participating in traditions. These practices, including home-based devotion and ascetic commitments, are integral to faith, influencing spiritual development and demonstrating the significance of worship.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) Rituals and practices that should not undergo transformations or have endowments applied to other purposes, though modifications can suit changing conditions.[24] (2) The stylistic beauties of the kavya succeed in leading readers towards them and putting them on the path to salvation.[25] (3) Spiritual practices conducted at home by Nannaya, indicating a blend of duty and devotion.[26] (4) Participation in practices and traditions associated with one's faith, evident in both Western and Eastern cultures.[27]
From: Bhaktavijaya: Stories of Indian Saints
(1) This describes a practice of religious devotion, which is deemed impossible without adherence to certain rules or principles.[28] (2) Practices done in the name of religion, not as superior to the worship of Shri Hari.[29] (3) The various rituals and practices performed to adhere to spiritual duties and customs.[30]
From: The Complete Works of Swami Vivekananda
(1) Religious observances are a part of worship that should be done in a completely Sattvic manner, which indicates the importance of specific practices and their associated qualities.[31] (2) The text mentions throwing religious observances overboard, emphasizing the need to prioritize the struggle for existence.[32]
From: Buddhist Ceremonies and Rituals of Sri Lanka
(1) Ceremonies and rituals conducted by Buddhists as part of their faith, often taking place on significant days.[33]
From: History of Science in South Asia
(1) These are also known as niyama, which is referred to by Patanjali as the result of religious observances in Patanjalayogashastra, and they are a way of acquiring extraordinary abilities by keeping ascetic commitments (yama) and observances.[34]
The concept of Religious observance in scientific sources
Religious observance, as defined by regional sources, encompasses faith-based practices and rituals. These observances, such as Ramadan, can influence behavior, potentially decreasing risk-taking activities within the community.
From: Religions Journal (MDPI)
(1) These practices functioned as a model for organized community life and a visible symbol of group identity within displaced communities.[35] (2) Religious observance was neglected in secular cities like Izmir, where Gülen delivered talks in coffee houses to warm people up to the idea of religion and the observance of religious practice, which later became a key strategy of the Hizmet movement.[36] (3) This refers to the adherence to religious laws, rituals, and customs, which varied among people in a new country.[37] (4) This was revived by drawing heavily from the Collectio Hadriana, citing conciliar canons and papal decretals.[38] (5) Irish women were elevated as the cultural arbiters of religious observance and valued for their inherited practical know-how, which influenced their roles and societal perceptions.[39]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) During Ramadan, an emphasis is placed on religious observance and family, culminating daily in the iftar gathering.[40] (2) Religious observances can have varying impacts; the study suggests that religiosity increased the likelihood of anxiety disorder among US Black women, contrary to the idea of a calming effect.[41]
From: South African Journal of HIV Medicine
(1) Practices and rituals associated with a particular faith, and these observances, like the month of Ramadan, can lead to shifts in behavior and reduce risk-taking.[42]
Classical concept of 'Religious observance'
From: The History of Herodotus
(1) Religious observances prohibit the burial of individuals in woollen garments, a practice shared among Egyptians, Orphics, Bacchics, and Pythagoreans, linked to a sacred narrative.[43] (2) The Egyptians are excessively careful in their religious observances, both in other matters which concern the sacred rites and also in those which follow, such as the treatment of sacred animals.[44]
From: The Authoress of the Odyssey
(1) The provided text notes the punctiliousness with which small religious observances are insisted upon, highlighting the importance of ritual and tradition in the narrative.[45]
From: The Book of the Dead
(1) The ceremonies connected with the celebration of the events of the sufferings, the death and the resurrection of Osiris occupied a very prominent part in the religious observances of the Egyptians, according to the text.[46] (2) A new impulse given to these and revision of texts took place during a specific king's reign.[47]
From: The Gods of the Egyptians Vol 1
(1) The Egyptians were scrupulous in religious observances, but they were not the only people of antiquity to be so, as the Babylonians were also devoted worshippers of their gods.[48]